9th-12th century AD. A silver ring comprising a barrow butted hoop, median raised rib to the leaf-shaped plaque, alternating bands of punched strokes flanking the rib. Cf. Lehtosalo-Hilander, P-L., Luistari II The Artefacts, Helsinki, 1982, p.124 for discussion. 2.83 grams, 21.67mm overall, 19.54x17.53mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (3/4"). Property of an English gentleman; acquired on the US art market. Fine condition. A large wearable size.